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1. Anton & Michel Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3236)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 18 times today
Anton and Michel is now open INDOORS and OUTDOORS at the COURT of the FOUNTAINS.LUNCH: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM / DINNER: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Reservations are highly recommended.If you are having any difficulty making reservations online, please call the restaurant directly at 831-624-2406 or send us an email.Since 1980, Anton and Michel has consistently maintained an award-winning reputation for true excellence in the art of fine dining. A complete interior remodel was recently completed features handset stonework throughout the restaurant. The floor to ceiling windows offer breathtaking views of the Court of the Fountains. Zagat Survey calls it: Carmel’s long-standing paean to graciousness in dining out. Along with updated and contemporary changes to the menus, ultimate table side service flambé desserts remain. As quoted in the Wine Spectator, Anton and Michel is “probably the best dining experience in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea”.
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2. Grasing's
4.6
Exceptional(3048)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 15 times today
DINING UPDATE: Please call restaurant if desired reservation is not available online.Grasing's is open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining (weather permitting). Please note if stairs are an issue for any guest. Please continue to visit our website a https://grasings.com for menu updates, holiday offerings and special events. Grasing’s, located in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, lies along the Pacific Coast in Central California in Monterey County. Celebrity chef partners, Kurt Grasing and Narsai David, truly created a gem. From friendly and professional service, an award winning wine list and seasonally inspired cocktails to the fresh and sustainable local ingredients.Please contact the restaurant to request dog friendly patio seating.
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3. PortaBella Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1665)
Price: Expensive
• French • Carmel
Booked 23 times today
Our cuisine features beautiful specialties from France, Italy and Spain. The dishes are rich in color and flavor.PortaBella is picturesque: awarded First Prize for Beautiful Flowerscaping from the Carmel Garden Club.The ambience is stylish and romantic, the setting historic
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4. Dametra Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(219)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Carmel
Booked 25 times today
Dametra Cafe is a casual Mediterranean restaurant. Here, diners can expect high-quality healthy food delivered quickly in a relaxed atmosphere. The decor and styling of the dining room is distinctly Greek, specifically like one of the many coastal cities that the country is known for. Between that and the hearty portions and prompt service, Dametra Cafe sits nicely between an upscale restaurant and quick-service places.Dametra's Cafe features primarily Greek cuisine, with some Italian and Spanish thrown in for good measure. Appetizers include hummus with pita bread, fried calamari, grilled jumbo prawns and steamed mussels in a white wine and garlic sauce. The meals are split between sandwiches, pasta and entrée offerings and features dishes such as shrimp and crab ravioli, a salmon burger with red onion and tomatoes, lamb shish kebab and a Greek style lamb shank with rice pilaf and fresh vegetables.
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5. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia
4.7
Exceptional(265)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Carmel
Booked 16 times today
Reservations are not needed but are recommended, Walk ins are Welcome.The newest creation from the owners of the beloved Villa Azteca in Downtown Salinas (Salinas City Center), the eatery honoring the Alvarez family patriarch will open Summer 2023 in Carmel Plaza. The 5,000-square-foot restaurant will have indoor dining, bar seating and a small outdoor space, serving specialty Michoacán dishes as well as other Mexican favorites, incorporating three generations of family recipes.
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6. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni
4.6
Exceptional(1936)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 14 times today
Do you love Italian food? A world famous restaurant executive chef says it all by saying, “the best meals in California are at Carmel Bistro Giovanni!” An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Bucco, Lamb Shank, steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread. *Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.* For parties of 6 or more we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $25 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. *We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.
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7. Il Fornaio - Carmel
4.4
Awesome(2255)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 21 times today
Il Fornaio means the Baker in Italian. Located in downtown Carmel, Il Fornaio offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of desserts made daily from scratch.
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8. Mission Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(481)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Carmel
Booked 13 times today
Located on Mission Street between Ocean Ave & 7th Ave, in Carmel California. Mission Bistro Restaurant is owned by Shaheen Alnuaimi. Our history-rich location is warm, charming, and above all cozy. We offer brunch, lunch, dinner, local, and import wines. Chef Matt Zimny sources from Monterey and Santa Cruz County farms and ranches with the goal of serving what is fresh and currently available. At Mission Bistro we do Seafood and Steaks right. Cheers!
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9. Treehouse Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(265)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Carmel
Booked 10 times today
Treehouse Cafe offers global fare in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
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10. Pangaea Grill
4.4
Awesome(162)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Carmel
Booked 19 times today
Welcome to Pangaea on Ocean Ave, where culinary excellence meets coastal charm! We take immense pride in announcing that we have been honored with the prestigious title of "Best Restaurant of 2022 and 2023 in Carmel-by-the-Sea."This remarkable achievement reflects our relentless commitment to providing an extraordinary dining experience that delights the senses and captures the essence of this beautiful coastal town. From our exquisite menu crafted with the finest local ingredients to our impeccable service, we strive to create memorable moments for every guest. Join us and indulge in an award-winning culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

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  • grtfoodvip
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    THE BEST MEAL WE HAVE EVER HAD!! My husband had lobster ravioli that was terrific & I had a seafood dish that had with 7 different seafoods .. crab, mussels. Clams,white fish, shrimp, prawns. All in a yummy ragu sauce with linguine! BOTH OUTSTANDINGLY DELICIOUS! Also shared a great Caesar salad with slices of homemade sourdough with olive oil & balsamic for dipping '!' This is our new go to When we visit Carmel!' The hand painted murals on the walls & background Italian music added to the mood! We had a great server who topped off our amazing experience ‼️👍🌈
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    Carmel's Bistro GiovanniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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    4.6
  • Judyvip
    Texas Panhandle •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Porta Bella was a fabulous dining experience! Cozy atmosphere, attentive staff provided excellent service, and amazing food. Highly recommend this restaurant in the heart of beautiful Carmel!
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    PortaBella RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Carmel
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    4.5
  • Michael
    California Central Coast •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Excellent dinner. Fantastic service. Be back soon
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    Grasing'sPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
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    4.6
  • Connie
    San Diego •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Must come and vist Anton & Michel. Excellent service, menu, and ambience. This is one of my favorite restaurant and my friends and I come here regularly. Returning on the 27th for a birthday luncheon for 5 ladies.
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    Anton & Michel RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
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    4.7
  • Sue
    California Central Coast •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    Our waitress Sierra was phenomenal! Explained all the dishes and helped us choose our favorites-Very attentive-It made the meal so special having her help us!
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    Il Fornaio - CarmelPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carmel
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    4.4

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